macOS
Does macOS Sequoia work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — macOS Sequoia is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and Now Playing on newer systems can use MediaRemoteAdapter paths introduced around macOS 15.4.
Last updated 2027-08-21
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use macOS Sequoia on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. Now Playing on newer systems can use MediaRemoteAdapter paths introduced around macOS 15.4.